A few weeks ago the parents of middle school students began receiving information about high school information nights and enrollment dates. We found ourselves listening to information about academics, athletics, extracurricular activities and college requirements. Yet, it feels like just a couple years ago, I was making friends with the other kindergarten parents and schedulingContinue reading Making Decisions about High School
Acceleration and Enrichment for Advanced Learners
Over the last several years, I have been interested in learning about the instructional and schooling needs of advanced learners. In my coursework in gifted education, the idea that most stood out for me is that learning should be based on a child’s or teen’s area of interest. As parents and educatorsContinue reading Acceleration and Enrichment for Advanced Learners
Middle School Learners
When my kids were young, I would direct their attention toward nature, building blocks, art supplies, etc to keep little hands busy. We also took trips to the zoo, the park, science museum and gardens. At home, I would place materials out for them to play with and and use. It was a very naturalContinue reading Middle School Learners
How to Support Advanced Readers
I became interested in the needs of advanced readers because I noticed the reading development in my own children. My oldest son began to read at an early age and became a book worm after first grade. My daughter and second son also developed a love of reading at an early age. AtContinue reading How to Support Advanced Readers
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